I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 134 of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities.
Before we begin the meeting, I want to remind all in-person participants to read the best practices guidelines on the cards on the table. These measures are in place to ensure the health and safety of all participants.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Monday, September 18, 2023, the committee is commencing its study on the regulation of recreational boating on Canada's waterways.
All witnesses have completed the required connection tests in advance of the meeting.
I'd now like to welcome our witnesses, colleagues.
From the Boating Ontario Association, we have Mr. Rick Layzell, chief executive officer, joining us by video conference.
From Memphremagog Conservation Inc., we have Ariane Orjikh, general manager, by video conference. From the Municipalité de Lac-Simon, we have, also via video conference, Chantal Crête, councillor; Jocelyn Martel, councillor; and Benjamin Furtado, director of urban planning and environment.
We will now begin with opening remarks.
For that, I will turn it over to you, Mr. Layzell. You have five minutes, sir.